Localization Content Editor, Canada (Freelance)

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The Role

IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Localization Editor with demonstrated expertise in Canadian English language conventions and culture. In this role, you will work closely with curriculum designers and content writers to ensure our language arts, math, and science items are linguistically correct, grade appropriate, and culturally suitable for the Canadian edition of our product. 

This is a remote 1099 consulting role for 6 months with possible extension. It is open to candidates in the US, UK, or Canada. #LI-REMOTE

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING 

  • Review IXL content and suggest necessary adaptations for our Canadian edition. Considerations will include:
    • Spelling, punctuation, grammar, and terminology conventions of Canadian English
    • Cultural relevance for Canadian students (i.e., avoiding US-centrism)
    • Adherence to IXL style guide specifications
    • Grade-level appropriateness
  • Ensure overall quality and consistency of language arts, math, and science content for Canada
  • Answer IXL queries pertaining to Canadian English language and cultural customs

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

  • BA/BS degree in a relevant field and prior experience in an editing role
  • Impeccable knowledge of Canadian English linguistic conventions
  • Superior writing and editing skills, with exceptional attention to detail
  • Familiarity working with style manuals and guides (e.g., The Chicago Manual of Style)
  • Strong understanding of Canadian culture and customs
  • Understanding of K–12 students’ reading and knowledge levels
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines and be efficient and organized while managing a queue of assignments
  • Proficiency in Google Docs and Google Sheets
  • Experience or interest in the Canadian education system is a plus
ABOUT IXL LEARNING

IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:

  • 1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
  • Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
  • Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
  • Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources

Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.

At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Company
HQ: San Mateo, CA
4,731 Employees
On-site Workplace

What We Do

At IXL Learning, we are passionate about improving learning for all. We apply technology in thoughtful and innovative ways to unlock students' innate curiosity, creativity, and desire for knowledge.

IXL’s award-winning personalized learning platform is used by more than 13 million students worldwide. With a comprehensive K-12 curriculum, individualized guidance, and real-time analytics, IXL meets the unique needs of each learner. And with over 100 billion questions asked and answered around the world, IXL is helping schools successfully use technology to improve teaching and learning.

Studies have shown that IXL leads to higher test scores, predicts success, and benefits all students. Learn more about how IXL accelerates learning at: www.ixl.com/research

IXL Learning’s other products include Rosetta Stone, the world’s leading language learning program; Vocabulary.com, the educational destination for improving literacy skills; Education.com, the most comprehensive library of learning activities for K-8 students; Wyzant, the nation’s largest tutoring network; and ABCya, the creator of over 300 educational computer games and apps for kids.

Hear what our employees love about working at IXL:

"At IXL, I take pride in knowing that the code we deliver helps educators and parents better understand how their children are learning. I love that my friends and family can understand the positive impact we have, whether or not they have any technical background. It's motivating to work on a team with supportive and highly capable coworkers who genuinely care about each other, the product, and our customers."​ - Adam Singer, Engineering Project Lead

"I'm working with like-minded and different-minded peers to improve a part of our education system, something that I'm immensely invested in. Solving engineering challenges to continually improve our product, along with the people (and perks!) I encounter really keep me engaged in my work."​ - Jestin Ma, Software Engineer

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